Word Viewer Online
Open DOCX, ODT and RTF files without Microsoft Word.
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About Word Viewer
This free Word viewer online lets you read a DOCX file without Microsoft Word. The pages show headings, tables and pictures as they look in Word. It also opens ODT and RTF files. The viewer runs in your browser, so your document is never uploaded, and it works on your phone as well as your computer.
It is handy when you get a CV, an offer letter or an assignment by email and have no Office app on the device you are using. You can also save the document as a PDF or as plain text, which helps when a job portal or university form asks for a PDF.
How to use Word Viewer
- Select the DOCX, ODT or RTF file you want to read.
- Scroll through the pages in the viewer.
- Save it as PDF or plain text if you need a copy.
Why use PDF Hydra
- Looks like WordHeadings, tables and pictures appear as they do in Microsoft Word.
- DOCX, ODT and RTFOpen Word files and OpenDocument or rich text files in the same place.
- Save as PDF or textKeep a PDF copy for sending, or plain text to copy into another form.
- No Office neededRead Word files on a phone or computer that has no word processor installed.
Frequently asked questions
How do I open a DOCX file without Microsoft Word?
Select the file on this page and it opens in your browser. You do not need Word, an account or any app.
Can I open old .doc files?
Not yet. The viewer supports DOCX, ODT and RTF. If you have Word or another office app, you can save the .doc file as DOCX and then open it here.
Can I turn the Word file into a PDF?
Yes. After the file opens, choose to save it as PDF. You can also use the Word to PDF tool if that is all you need.
Is my document kept private?
Yes. The file is opened inside your browser and is never uploaded to a server.